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The two products – a Caramel Brownie-flavoured Frappuccino and a pistachio-inspired Chilled Classic – will roll out across major UK grocers early this year.

UK mead producer Lyme Bay has launched two low-alcohol sparkling meads, repositioning the honey-based drink as an RTD-style option for lighter drinking.

Constellation Brands' US beer brand, Modelo, has debuted its first-ever non-alcoholic beverage: Modelo Chelada Limón y Sal Non-Alcoholic.

Aimia Foods for Professionals has launched Drink me Chai's Spiced Chai Latte in a new ready-to-drink format for the convenient grab-and-go beverage market.

Devil's Botany Distillery has launched The Dark Fairy, the first-ever absinthe-based ready-to-drink canned cocktail.

In the UK, oat milk brand Oatly has unveiled its latest offerings: a new range of ready-to-drink iced coffees designed for the growing grab-and-go market.

UK coffee brand Grind has entered the canned cocktails market with the launch of a new RTD espresso martini, available at Waitrose and WHSmith.

Ready-to-drink brand VK has unveiled VK Squashka, a new still, resealable 500ml drink inspired by the student-led squashka pre-drinks trend.

Cold brew coffee brand Hunt and Brew has become the first Australian dairy company to establish manufacturing operations in the UK.